Since when is fear a bad thing?
Fear is not synonymous with preparation.
Panic is not synonymous with preparation and planning
I wish covid-19 underestimators would stop using exaggerated language such as panic when trying to censor people who are just interested in preparing and planning.
Unreasoned fear and panic are bad.
Did you read the article?
PANIC!
Wash your hands.
Cover your mouth with something other than your hands when you cough or sneeze.
Actually use the disinfectant wipes when you use a cart at a store.
Have a couple of weeks food on hand at home.
Don’t go into the office and infect all of your coworkers if you are sick.
If you can work from home, work from home.
Oh wait, that’s not COVID-19 panic. That’s what everyone should be doing every flu season. The only real addition here, is that the food supply might need to be a few weeks longer, since unlike the flu which burns out in 3-10 days, this takes 3-5 weeks.